King And The Dragonflies by Kacen Callender
Set in a small Louisiana town, the story follows a young boy named King as he grapples with the sudden death of his older brother, Khalid. Believing that Khalid has transformed into a dragonfly, King finds solace in this magical thought while navigating the complexities of grief, friendship, and identity. As he reconnects with his estranged friend, Sandy, who is dealing with his own struggles, King learns to embrace his true self and the importance of acceptance and love in the face of loss and societal expectations.
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- Published
- 2020
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 272
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- National Book Award for Young People's Literature (National Book Award)